Summary: The Accra Solar Air Conditioning Plant, located in Ghana's capital, is a pioneering facility driving sustainable cooling solutions across West Africa. This article explores its strategic location, technological innovations, and impact on renewable energy adoption. Increasing electricity costs in Africa are pushing consumers and businesses to adopt solar-powered. . This is not a marginal issue: the International Energy Agency estimates that demand for cooling in Africa could triple by 2040. . West Africa experiences high levels of sunshine, presenting the region with a unique opportunity for harnessing solar energy. This study evaluates the. . In 2024, 21 African countries generated at least 5% of their electricity from solar, with 7 countries surpassing the 10% mark The global solar energy market achieved a historic milestone in 2024, adding an estimated 503 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity, bringing the total installed capacity to over 2. .